Overview
Join our compassionate healthcare team as a Home Health Aide Per Diem, where your dedication and caregiving skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients in their own homes. In this vital role, you will provide personalized assistance to individuals across various stages of life, including seniors, those with disabilities, and patients requiring end-of-life care. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help promote independence, comfort, and dignity for every patient you serve. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your caregiving expertise while supporting community health and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility support
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as eating, toileting, and transferring using patient transfer methods or equipment like Hoyer lifts
- Monitor and document patient health status by taking vital signs and observing patient conditions
- Administer medications and perform catheter care following medical instructions and home healthcare regulations
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Support patients with meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and cleaning to ensure a safe and comfortable environment
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to coordinate care plans and update on patient progress
- Follow HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality at all times while providing compassionate care
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia care (including Alzheimer's), or in hospice/end-of-life settings is highly desirable
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and basic life support (BLS) or CPR certification
- Experience working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home healthcare agencies preferred
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and operate patient transfer equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts
- Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and documentation accuracy
- Familiarity with home health regulations and compliance standards such as HIPAA is essential
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are often required for community-based visits
Join us in delivering high-quality home health care assistance that empowers patients to live safely and comfortably in their own homes. We are committed to supporting your growth as a caregiver through ongoing training opportunities while providing a respectful work environment that values your dedication. This paid position offers the chance to develop your skills in geriatrics, dementia care, disability support, and more—making a real difference one patient at a time.
Pay: $23.00 - $34.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95815
